Readers’ reactions

Canadian PM, the family, headed to Jamaica for weeklong vacation

“How many government staff had to follow him on this trip?”

– @MoserMortgages

“So, the Canadian prime minister is vacationing in a nice tropical country, while the citizens of Canada are freezing, thanks to the cold snap that the country is currently experiencing.”

– @ShaunDSunflower

“I hope they enjoy their stay here. It’s good to know I live where they go for vacation. Only problem is, dollaz na run.”

– @willryanwilson

“Who is paying for the security detail?”

– @JamRaye_Raye

“The PM deserves his vacation; we are doing just fine.”

– @SligoNebula

“Please do not let him in, he has a lot of work to do in Canada, ‘bout weeklong vacation.”

– @876Debra

“Now that you will experience Jamaica from the inside, from a vacation perspective, hope you encourage the Canadians to visit, unlike your neighbour putting out travel advisories. Jamaica is open for business!”

– @Kevmil87

“Any update on the climate impact of this trip? Seems unnecessary, especially given the #climatecrisis.”

– @Danstringer74

He is touting climate emergencies yet flying for pleasure for yet another vacation and using many large vehicles for transport.

– @RachelEph77

“JT bring back two June Plum fi mi deh. If yuh find any East Indian, meeda appreciate it.”

– @ThickThighzz

“Mek sure him lef a ting wid we, mi don @AndrewHolnessJM.”

– @Mario_Don_

“Why do y’all like to complain so much? Let the Trudeaus enjoy themselves.”

– @ChrisJNurse

“I wonder how we’d react locally to our prime minister taking a vacation. That would be very interesting to see.”

– @Chansey118_65

“This is great. Wonder if he can take back some stuff for my kids? Or no?”

– @karendmadden

“Justin is a new version of his father, former Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau, who was a great friend of Jamaica. You are welcome to our shores, your country’s support over the years is well noted and documented. Sad to say, many have not taken the time out to review our relationship over the years. Stay blessed our North American friend.”

– @everandi

Reactions sourced from The Gleaner’s Twitter and Instagram pages. Compiled by Khanique McDaniel

“Jamaica is one of the best islands to vacation, we just need to get crime under control.” – @jah_neel

“It’s telling you that Jamaica is the best place on earth.” – @michael_grannell_dandan

“And all the billions of tourist dollars still isn’t trickling down to the average Jamaicans.” – @ladyoftheisles22

“The man run from ice and come a paradise.” – @andreophang

“Everyone is coming to Jamaica these days. I wonder why? – @nubiangoddessnikki

“Destination Jamaica has been a hotspot for international celebrities and high-profile individuals, if only local Jamaicans could enjoy it as much.” – @jay_craaze

“Did he lift the travel advisory on Jamaica before he came?” – @jchell1

“An’ look how mi did need a ride fi go dung. Trudeau, wah mek yuh dweet? – @misselaineios

Reactions sourced from The Gleaner’s Twitter and Instagram pages. Compiled by Khanique McDaniel